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California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Xavier Becerra announced the state would challenge President Trump's declaration of a national emergency to fund a southern border wall, hinting at a multi-state lawsuit against the administration.

During his State of the State Address, Newsom called California’s safe drinking water crisis "a moral disgrace and a medical emergency." Is the problem widespread? PolitiFact California decided to fact-check the claim.

Instead of traditional shelters, Gov. Gavin Newsom wants “navigation centers” where people can receive social services on the spot. He’s asked Steinberg to lead the Commission on Homelessness & Supportive Housing.

In this week’s Capitol Chat, Ben Adler details the two different bills aimed at reducing police shootings in California. He also looks at the differences in the style and substance of former Gov. Jerry Brown and new Gov. Gavin Newsom.